2026 Xinjiang Special Train Official Schedule Released, Official Website Booking Guide
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🚂 【Gobi Cruise Special Train Departures and Ticketing｜2026 New 13-Day Slow Travel Experience Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang】
In the fast-paced modern life, more and more travelers are seeking a ‘slow down’ deep travel experience. In 2026, Xinjiang railway tourism products continue to upgrade. The ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train, with the concept of a ‘moving home,’ connects the classic landscapes of the Tianshan Mountains, becoming a favored travel choice for seniors, families, and photography enthusiasts. This special train not only offers comfortable sleeper carriages, full-trip guide service, and meal arrangements but also adopts a ‘train follows the scenery, sleep on the train’ format to reduce travel fatigue and enhance journey comfort.
📍 Route Highlights and Destination Introduction
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not actually sailing on water, but borrows the name ‘cruise’ to describe its double-decker air-conditioned tourist special train, which is as stable, comfortable, and fully functional as a giant ship at sea. The entire route covers Xinjiang’s core landscape belt:From the blazing red rocks of the Flaming Mountains to the thousand-year-old streets of Kashgar Old City; from Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau to the Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley; and then to Kanas Lake and the Rainbow Beach in Northern Xinjiang—the essence of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang is covered in one go.
The itinerary traverses various terrains: Gobi, desert, snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and oases, with different scenery in each season. Since spring 2026, with the gradual opening of the Duku Highway (usually fully open in June), the July and August departures can fully experience the ‘four seasons in one day, different skies every ten miles’ scenery of the northern section of Duku. The May departures will be flexibly adjusted based on actual road conditions to ensure the itinerary is feasible.
It is particularly worth mentioning that the special train uses fixed carriage formations, so tourists do not need to frequently move their luggage. They travel by bus during the day and return to the train to rest at night, eliminating the hassle of changing hotels, making it especially suitable for long-distance deep travel.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary (Presented as per the original product version)
Enjoy @ Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panorama Air-Conditioned Special Train 13-Day Tour Simple Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Ayding Lake) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Keziliya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
🚂【Gobi Cruise Special Train Departures and Ticketing｜2026 New 13-Day Slow Travel Experience Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang】Day 4:Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 5:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Tongrentang – Kashgar – Korla
Day 6:Korla – Daxi Village – Lop Nur Village – Tiemenguan Pass – Korla – Yining
Day 7:Yining – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan County
Day 8:Xinyuan County – Xinjiang Yiparhan Lavender Sightseeing Garden – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Shuanghe
Day 9:Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 10:Beitun – Kanas – Rainbow Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – China Color Cotton Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
Premium @ Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panorama Air-Conditioned Special Train 13-Day Tour Simple Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
In the fast-paced modern life, more and more travelers are seeking a ‘slow down’ deep travel experience. In 2026, Xinjiang railway tourism products continue to upgrade. The ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train, with the concept of a ‘moving home,’ connects the classic landscapes of the Tianshan Mountains, becoming a favored travel choice for seniors, families, and photography enthusiasts. This special train not only offers comfortable sleeper carriages, full-trip guide service, and meal arrangements but also adopts a ‘train follows the scenery, sleep on the train’ format to reduce travel fatigue and enhance journey comfort.Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Ayding Lake) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Keziliya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 5:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Tongrentang – Kashgar – Korla
Day 6:Korla – Lop Nur Village – Daxi Village – Tiemenguan Pass – Korla – Kuytun
Day 7:Kuytun – Northern Section of Duku – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan County
Day 8:Xinyuan County – Lavender Garden – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Shuanghe
Day 9:Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 10:Beitun – Kanas – Rainbow Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – China Color Cotton Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticketing Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
📍Route Highlights and Destination IntroductionLuxury @ Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panorama Air-Conditioned Special Train 13-Day Tour Simple Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains – Karez Well – Grape Valley) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Kashgar -白沙湖 – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 5:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Kashgar – Kuqa
Day 6:Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
(If the southern section of Duku is not open in late May, upgrade to a flight from Kuqa to Yining or Nalati)
Day 7:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Kekedala/Yining City
(In late May, Yining or Nalati – Nalati Grassland – Kekedala City/Yining City)
Day 8:Kekedala/Yining – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not actually sailing on water, but borrows the name ‘cruise’ to describe its double-decker air-conditioned tourist special train, which is as stable, comfortable, and fully functional as a giant ship at sea. The entire route covers Xinjiang’s core landscape belt: from the blazing red rocks of the Flaming Mountains to the thousand-year-old streets of Kashgar Old City; from Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau to the Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley; and then to Kanas Lake and the Rainbow Beach in Northern Xinjiang—the essence of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang is covered in one go.Day 9:Bole/Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 10:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Rainbow Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Color Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet and Health Nourishing Hotpot)
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, traffic, and scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement between both parties.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on 2026 latest tour dates and product finalization)
Enjoy Version (Hard Sleeper 6-Bed Compartment):Upper berth 2980 RMB/person, Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Enjoy Version (Double-Deck Hard Sleeper 4-Bed Compartment):Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Premium Version (Double-Deck 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment):Upper berth 7980 RMB/person, Lower berth 8980 RMB/person
Luxury Version (Double-Deck 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment):19800 RMB/person
All departure dates are:May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
The itinerary traverses various terrains: Gobi, desert, snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and oases, with different scenery in each season. Since spring 2026, with the gradual opening of the Duku Highway (usually fully open in June), the July and August departures can fully experience the ‘four seasons in one day, different skies every ten miles’ scenery of the northern section of Duku. The May departures will be flexibly adjusted based on actual road conditions to ensure the itinerary is feasible.> Special Note: For May departures, as the Duku Highway is not yet fully open, a backup plan will be used (e.g., flight from Kuqa to Yining/Nalati). The specific arrangement will be confirmed before departure. The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may fluctuate due to factors such as departure date and cabin availability. The final price is subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
This product can be consulted and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
180-9596-9599 (Please note ‘Gobi Cruise Inquiry’ when adding)
🧾 Cost Explanation and Service Content
Cost Includes:Round-trip special train sleeper tickets, local air-conditioned tourist bus, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, full-trip guide service, accommodation (train sleeper), daily meals (specific meal standards are subject to the itinerary), travel agency liability insurance, and travel accident insurance.
Cost Excludes:Transportation from departure to Urumqi, personal expenses, voluntary self-funded items, single room supplement (if choosing a compartment and the number of people is odd, sharing or supplement can be negotiated).
> All service details, cancellation and change policies, insurance terms, etc., are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations. The specific details are subject to actual consultation and signed contract. If force majeure factors are encountered during the itinerary, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
🌄 Final Thoughts
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ special train is not just a means of transportation, but an extension of a lifestyle. On the vast land of Xinjiang, spend 13 days slowly traveling along the railway tracks between snow-capped mountains and oases, watching the morning light sprinkle on Kanas Lake, listening to the evening breeze pass by Sayram Lake—this might be the truest form of travel. The spring, summer, and autumn departures for 2026 are now fully open, with limited availability, so it is recommended to consult and confirm in advance.
If interested, feel free to contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service (180-9596-9599) for detailed information and cabin availability. The beauty of the journey begins with a sincere conversation.
For more travel information (Panda Special Train, Tianfu, Chengdu, Anyi, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Silk Road Dream, Lindu, Yichun, Kunming, Starlight Mekong, Gobi Cruise Special Train, New Western Train, New National Train, Tianyuan, Tianshan, Chief National Train, Cross-Province Special Train, New Southern Express, Xiaoxiang, Dahezhinan, Baiyun, Silver Age Xinjiang Tour, Chao Age Xinjiang Tour Special Train, Sunshine, Shannan, Yangtze River Delta, Muztagh Ata) Special Train Ticket Center Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
